In its 35th year, the Junior Golf Association of Arizona hosts the 2023 Itty Bitty Open on Saturday, Jan.14, at 21 valley-wide locations, including one in Peoria.
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Itty Bitty Open announces Peoria location
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In its 35th year, the Junior Golf Association of Arizona hosts the 2023 Itty Bitty Open on Saturday, Jan.14, at 21 valley-wide locations, including one in Peoria.
The open is free of charge to all kids 3-5 years old and offers golf clinics (three per location at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.) where juniors and parents learn basic skills taught by qualified PGA and LPGA professionals. Kids then participate in fun-filled, non-competitive golf games and tournaments, a press release explained.
Each golfer receives a set of plastic golf clubs (right-handed only), balls, a bag and a visor. Participants are asked to leave their own clubs at home. An adult “caddie” must accompany each golfer.
“For 35 years, the Itty Bitty Open is a great way for parents to introduce their children to the game of golf,” said Scott McNevin, executive director of the JGAA, in the release. “In fact, adults who attended decades ago are now bringing their kids, so the second generation is already here.”
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A special contest with prizes will be held at each session for the “Best Dressed Golfer and Caddie Team.” Anything goes: classic golf fashion; contemporary golf fashion; or any unique golf duds that may come to mind, the release stated.
All winners will receive a congratulatory letter, a trophy and two tickets for the R.S. Hoyt, Jr. Dream Day Activities at the 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open (kids are already allowed to attend it at no charge, so the tickets are for parents or other adults).
Space is limited, so the release recommends that those interested sign up before Jan. 9.
